Delaware and Tennessee to Provide Free Diaper Program via Medicaid to Support Low-Income Families.
Delaware and Tennessee are giving free diapers through Medicaid to help low-income families.
In a move to help low-income families, both Delaware and Tennessee will provide free diapers through their Medicaid programs. This will ease the burden on parents struggling to afford diapers which can prevent common baby conditions like diaper rash, according to the report of CBS News.
Tennessee’s Medicaid, TennCare, will offer up to 100 diapers monthly for children under two, starting in August. This aims to prevent diaper-related health issues like diaper rash and urinary tract infections.
Delaware’s Medicaid program will provide 80 diapers and wipes weekly for the first 12 weeks after a child’s birth. This initiative supports parents and helps prevent maternal stress and depression.
Diapers are costly, especially for families earning minimum wage. This support will ease financial strain on families, allowing them to meet basic needs.
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